Notarization stuck in progress for new Apple Developer Account

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Created Apr ’25

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I use the 'notarytool' to notarize applications and .pkg installers for Developer ID distribution. When using the notary tool with a fresh Apple Developer account, the notarization process remains stuck in the 'In progress' state. However, if I try the same app with an older developer account (one that has notarized at least one app in the past), the notarization works.

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Answered by DTS Engineer in 837567022

I’m glad to hear that you’re up and running.

You can expect that most uploads will be notarised quickly. Occasionally, some uploads are held for in-depth analysis and may take longer to complete. As you notarise your apps, the system will learn how to recognize them, and you should see fewer delays.

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iuliu.moga OP

Apr ’25

I found out that after 4 days of In progress stuck state the notarization worked. Maybe is something related to how Apple deals with notarization on new accounts.

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DTS Engineer OP

Apple

Apr ’25

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I’m glad to hear that you’re up and running.

You can expect that most uploads will be notarised quickly. Occasionally, some uploads are held for in-depth analysis and may take longer to complete. As you notarise your apps, the system will learn how to recognize them, and you should see fewer delays.

Share and Enjoy
—
Quinn “The Eskimo!” @ Developer Technical Support @ Apple
let myEmail = "eskimo" + "1" + "@" + "apple.com"

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